The Chase Center in San Francisco is set to host the eighth edition of the Laver Cup, a three-day clash between Team Europe and Team World that has become one of the most anticipated events on the tennis calendar. With legends Yannick Noah and Andre Agassi captaining the two sides, the stage is set for a weekend of high-stakes, high-energy tennis.
Team Europe arrives with a dynamic lineup featuring Carlos Alcaraz, Casper Ruud, Alexander Zverev, Holger Rune, Jakub Mensik, and Flavio Cobolli. Despite the absence of Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner, the squad is brimming with talent and momentum.
“We have great energy,” said Alcaraz during the team’s media session. “Everyone is motivated, and we’re ready to fight for every point.”
Alcaraz leads with confidence and experience
Fresh off his sixth Grand Slam title and a triumphant run at the US Open, Alcaraz is expected to anchor Team Europe’s campaign. His leadership, both on and off the court, has become a defining trait of his presence in team competitions.
“I loved my first Laver Cup experience,” Alcaraz shared. “Getting to know the players off the court, supporting each other, and playing with intensity—it’s a format that brings out the best in us.”
He will pair with Jakub Mensik in Friday’s doubles match against Taylor Fritz and Alex Michelsen, while Ruud, Mensik, and Cobolli take on singles duties earlier in the day.
Strategy and depth take center stage
With each day’s matches increasing in point value—one on Friday, two on Saturday, and three on Sunday—team strategy becomes crucial. No player can compete in more than two singles matches, which places emphasis on depth and adaptability.
Yannick Noah, making his debut as Team Europe captain, emphasized unity and preparation. “Our team has the talent, experience, and hunger to defend the Laver Cup,”
he said. “We’re all ready to go.”Team World, led by Agassi and vice captain Pat Rafter, counters with a strong roster including Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur, Francisco Cerundolo, and rising stars Joao Fonseca and Reilly Opelka.
A weekend of intensity and camaraderie
The Laver Cup’s unique format blends individual brilliance with team spirit, offering fans a rare glimpse into the collaborative side of elite tennis. For Alcaraz and his teammates, it’s not just about winning—it’s about representing a legacy and building bonds.
“We’re here to compete, but also to enjoy the experience together,” Alcaraz said. “That’s what makes this event so special.”
As the first matches begin, all eyes will be on the Chase Center, where passion, precision, and pride will collide in one of tennis’s most electrifying spectacles.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Ranked world no.1, Carlos played his last match on the 7th of September when he beat world no.2 Jannik Sinner 6-2 3-6 6-1 6-4 in the final of the U.S. Open to win his 24th career title.
At the moment, during this season Carlos owns an overall 61-6 win-loss record. Alcaraz conquered 7 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Alcaraz reached the final in Barcelona and Wimbledon.
He is also scheduled to play in Tokyo (Japan Open Tennis Championships) on the 24th of September and Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters) on the 1st of October.